1975 Ford Cortina vs. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (192 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1975 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 921 kg more than 1975 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe (436 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Cortina. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1975 Ford Cortina has manual transmission. 1975 Ford Cortina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Cortina | 2010 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
| Make | Ford | Hyundai |
| Model | Cortina | Santa Fe |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 192 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 8.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 63 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 16:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4685 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 87 L | 68 L |
